Fruits and Vegetables Recipes
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Asparagus + Fresh Poached Eggs = Springtime! Being one of the first vegetables to be harvested in spring, asparagus is not only delicious but is full of health benefits. Asparagus is one of the top 20 nutrient dense foods based on caloric content. It is loaded with vitamins A, C, E, K and Chromium, which [...]
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Broccoli has great benefits, and cooked with Coconut Oil, Even Better! Broccoli is a member of the cruciferous family of vegetables which contain phytochemicals, vitamins, minerals and fiber. Eating broccoli is said to lower our risk of cancer and may help protect us against cardiovascular disease. Michelle’s family enjoys this recipe because of the browning effect [...]
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Beautiful, Healthy and Delicious – Spring is in the Air! Being one of the first vegetables to be harvested in spring, asparagus is not only delicious but is full of health benefits. Asparagus is one of the top 20 nutrient dense foods based on caloric content. It is loaded with vitamins A, C, E, K [...]
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What’s Up Doc? Carrots!!! Did you know that Carrots are not only a great source of vitamins and nutrients, but they are also believed to help lower the risk for Coronary Heart Disease? This anti-oxidant rich vegetable may also help prevent certain cancers and supports vision, brain function, protects your liver function and has anti-inflammatory benefits. [...]
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Trade the oil-laden and carb-heavy pizza crust for a light but oh-so-tasty version made with an unexpected star ingredient: cauliflower. We know what you’re thinking…cauliflower in my pizza? But trust us…it’s chewy and crispy in the right places and makes for a guilt-free pizza night. Plus, you’ll be loading up on vitamin C, B vitamins, [...]
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Chickpea and Vegetable Saute with Spiced Yogurt We love this recipe, inspired by one of our favorite chefs, Yotam Ottolenghi. The wonderful slightly toasted chickpeas work beautifully with the sauteed carrots and spinach. The mildly spiced seasoning pulls it all together and the yogurt adds a layer of creamy complexity. For spicier palettes, add in [...]
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If you seek out tips to prevent cancer, chances are you’ve heard/read about the power of cruciferous veggies. (broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, bok choy and others.) But, what makes this so powerful? It seems that these veggies have specific anti-inflammatory (put out the fire) properties. One controlled study specifically linked cruciferous vegetables to a significant [...]
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